executive functions

A form of executive function — Any of the cerebral processes that enable a person to expend willpower for the sake of completing tasks.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of executive function

Synonyms & antonyms

Also see
cognitive controlexecutive control
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APA

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